Liverpool earned their first Premier League victory of the season against Crystal Palace, owing to a splendid goal by Sadio Mane
Sadio Mane was in his usual fiery form as his goal earned Liverpool their first Premier League win of the season. Crystal Palace played well but Frank de Boer’s men were subjected to their second straight defeat despite putting up an improved display at Anfield.
In fact, Jurgen Klopp’s side seemed to be heading for another frustrating draw. They wasted several chances in front of their goal, and the attack was rather blunt at several points. Mane was the only player who managed to connect the dots as he swept past Wayne Hennessey to score his second league goal of the campaign.
Palace actually seemed strong ahead of half-time. Had they managed to score then, the entire game would have taken a different turn. Regardless, the Merseyside club will be pleased to have collected three crucial points. Mane’s goal truly proved to be a turning point, following which Twitter erupted with fans posting their reactions.
When your defence has gifted Sadio Mané a golden opportunity in front of goal. pic.twitter.com/ywZjASNp2G
— B/R Football (@brfootball) August 19, 2017
https://twitter.com/WengerTactic2/status/897547943275896833
Let me tell you something, we've got one of the best wingers in Europe in Sadio Mané. What a beautiful human.
— – (@AnfieldRd96) August 16, 2017
Regardless of whether Coutinho stays or not, I'm in no doubt Sadio Mané is Liverpool's best player.
— Joe Musker (@JoeMusker_) August 16, 2017
Have never been more wrong about a new signing than Sadio Mane. He's incredible. Our best buy since Suarez.
— Empire of the Kop (@empireofthekop) August 15, 2017
Sadio Mané cost Liverpool £36 million.
Yes, you read that right.
£36 million.
— – (@AnfieldRd96) August 19, 2017
Sadio Mané has had a hand in four goals in five matches against Crystal Palace in the top flight (three goals, one assist). #LFC
— Viktor Fagerström (@ViktorFagerLFC) August 19, 2017
https://twitter.com/Mootaz_LFC/status/898931517027692545
https://twitter.com/Kloppholic/status/898931929558515712
While the fans gushed over Mane, Andrew Roberston, making his Premier League debut, was impressive as well. Liverpool’s defence looked tight-knit and strong today, which was a massive improvement. A lot of that could be attributed to the stellar debut performance by the youngster.
Haven't seen #LFC full-backs put crosses of menace in since Fabio Aurelio and Steve Finnan.
Alexander Arnold and Andrew Robertson have it.
— Srijandeep Kumar Das (@srijandeep) August 19, 2017
Andrew Robertson's Liverpool debut by numbers:
87% pass accuracy
10 crosses
3 chances createdSpent 70.3% of his time in Palace's half. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/8t4IDvLvJr
— Squawka (@Squawka) August 19, 2017
Brilliant performance and debut @andrewrobertso5 🔝⚽️ Keep working hard and you will have a great future 👏🏻Impressive today!
— John Arne Riise (@JARiiseOfficial) August 19, 2017
Heat map of Andrew Robertson today. He spent 70.3% of his time in Palace's half 🔥 pic.twitter.com/D604PkiXGx
— Football Focus (@FootballFocusXD) August 19, 2017
Great half from Andrew Robertson, best player on the pitch first half. Would like to see Salah on to add another dimension and inject pace.
— Joe Musker (@JoeMusker_) August 19, 2017
https://twitter.com/MrNickMason/status/898938472324583425
In @andrewrobertso5, it looks like we've finally got a full back who can defend & cross a ball. Unlucky not to get 3 assists today. #LFC 2/2
— Joseph (@Joe_Anthony150) August 19, 2017
Andrew Robertson created 3 chances vs Crystal Palace – more than other Liverpool player.
Fantastic debut! @andrewrobertso5 pic.twitter.com/mcCiXIYSza
— LFC Data (@LFCData) August 19, 2017
what a guy, an actual LB, tears in my eyes
— 🇸🇬 (@charlesIeclerc) August 19, 2017
https://twitter.com/a_true_kopite/status/898961381625520128
Man of the match performance by @andrewrobertso5 there for me. Settled in quick, Back 4 was spot on actually 😁⚽️ #LFC
— Paul Siner (@iceman23siner) August 19, 2017
Twitter going mad for @andrewrobertso5 just now. Looks like he's sealed his place on the team on his debut. Well done mate🔶▪️🔶
— Sieb’s Glove (@SiebsGlove88) August 19, 2017
Defensively, Liverpool looked stronger but they still have a long way to go. The fans did not seem too pleased though. Take a look:
https://twitter.com/TezzaH14/status/897559780520284161
https://twitter.com/TrollFootball/status/896367018009649152
https://twitter.com/ClassyKlopp/status/896367607376490497